1987 Columbia County triple killer considered for work release

Work-release consideration

The inmate convicted in Columbia County’s 1987 triple killing is being considered for work release. The case has renewed opposition from the district attorney and the families of the victims.

The Augusta Press reported on the work-release consideration and the dispute surrounding it. The case involves a conviction tied to three killings in Columbia County in 1987.

Families and district attorney object

The victims’ families and the district attorney are fighting the possible release. Their opposition places the case before the officials responsible for reviewing the inmate’s work-release status.

A work-release consideration is not the same as a final release decision. The information published here does not identify the reviewing body, explain the hearing schedule or state whether a decision has been made.

What happens next

The next step is a decision by the body reviewing the inmate’s eligibility. Any ruling would determine whether the work-release request moves forward.

The Augusta Press article is available here.